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This lesson covers:

• The fundamentals of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) and Airbus navigation philosophy
• Key differences between RNAV and RNP operations and associated navigation accuracy requirements
• Understanding GPS PRIMARY, navigation monitoring, and PBN airspace concepts
• Operational approval requirements and considerations for RNP AR approaches

This lesson covers:

• Explanation of Low Visibility Operations and Low Visibility Procedures in Airbus operations
• Overview of approach types and associated aircraft system requirements
• Airport, crew, and operational requirements, including low visibility takeoff and approach bans
• Normal and abnormal operational considerations during low visibility operations

This lesson covers:

• Core principles of descent planning and energy management in Airbus operations
• Managed versus selected descent modes and common energy traps
• Speed, drag, and configuration management to maintain vertical and lateral profile    control
• Techniques for recovering from high or low energy states in both normal and abnormal scenarios

This lesson covers:

• The distinction between a go around and a discontinued approach in Airbus operations
• Operational reasons and decision-making criteria for selecting each procedure
• Step-by-step explanation of correct Airbus go around and discontinued approach procedures
• Practical simulator demonstrations illustrating both scenarios in real time

This lesson covers:

• Requirements and system prerequisites for A320 engine start
• The automatic engine start sequence, explained and demonstrated in detail
• Manual, crossbleed, and air start unit procedures with practical simulator examples
• Handling of unsuccessful engine starts and associated abnormal procedures

This lesson covers:

• Practical A320 FMS preparation demonstrated by a line Airbus pilot
• Detailed ground-phase setup, including route entry, performance data, and optimisation techniques
• In-flight FMS management with a focus on arrival and approach preparation
• A real-time simulator workflow reflecting current operational line practices

This lesson covers:

• An overview of Airbus control laws and the rationale behind flight envelope protections
• Explanation of the different Airbus protections and their operational effects
• Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) recognition cues and recovery techniques
• Practical simulator demonstrations illustrating protections and UPRT application

This lesson covers:

• An overview of the A320 hydraulic system architecture and system segregation philosophy
• Identification of dual hydraulic system failures and associated ECAM indications
• Aircraft handling characteristics, flight control law reversion, and system degradations
• Operational implications for landing gear, brakes, steering, and flight controls

This lesson covers:

• Definition of EFATO and correct initial aircraft handling following an engine failure after takeoff
• ECAM actions and comprehensive single-engine failure management
• One Engine Inoperative (OEI) approach, landing, and go-around techniques
• Comparison of standard and non-standard engine-out SIDs, supported by full simulator demonstrations